Adult Learners

We offer personal and professional development opportunities for individuals or companies, credit certificates that can strengthen a résumé and lead to a degree, and evening and weekend courses that fit the schedules of busy adults.

Our belief in our educational and training programs and responsibility to our students and industry partners drives our commitment to quality service and continued quest for academic excellence.

Adult learners seeking a degree program should contact Erin Nelsen, admissions counselor.

Earn Credit For What You Already Know

Fall Trees on Campus

Project Management Certificate Virtual Information Session

Learn about Penn State's four-course project management certificate without leaving your desk.

Thursday, October 12, 2023, 12:00-1:00 p.m.

  • Register here
  • NOTE: After clicking "Register", please stay on the registration page until your registration is confirmed. This may take several seconds. If you have trouble registering, email [email protected].
Outside Campus

Logistics and Operations Management Virtual Information Session

Monday, October 9, 2023, 12:00-1:00 p.m.

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  • NOTE: After clicking "Register", please stay on the registration page until your registration is confirmed. This may take several seconds. If you have trouble registering, email [email protected].
The Beach

Cyber Security Certificate Virutal Information Session

Learn about our three-course cyber security certificate without leaving your desk.

Future date to be announced soon.

Nittany Lion Statue

Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Virtual Information Session

Learn about our Six Sigma Black Belt Certification without leaving your desk.

Future date to be announced soon.

The Dwennimmen African Dance Group performing at the Global Eats - Soul Food event.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in the Workplace Virtual Information Session

Learn about our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in the Workplace Certification without leaving your desk.

Future date to be announced soon.

Students walking across campus.

Certificate Programs and Professional Exam Preparations

Adult learners in class.

Professional Development

Penn State York faculty member and an adult learner meeting.

Customized Training

Penn State York offers training programs that are specifically tailored to meet organizational needs. The training can be held at your facility, on campus, or at another location of your choice.